quite justified by the nature of the remark.
“If it is not in the house, it may be anywhere—but if it is in the house, it must necessarily be concealed somewhere—”
“And a search must be made,” broke in Colonel Kingston Bruce. “Quite so. I give you carte blanche, Mr. Blunt. Search the house from attic to cellar.”
“Oh! Charles,” murmured Mrs. Kingston Bruce tearfully. “Do you think that is wise? The servants won’t like it. I’m sure they’ll leave.”
“We will search their quarters last,” said Tommy soothingly. “The thief is sure to have hidden the gem in the most unlikely place.”
“I seem to have read something of the kind,” agreed the Colonel.
“Quite so,” said Tommy. “You probably remember the case of